Detroit announces crime reduction plan following violent holiday weekend
By: | Published: 2025-07-13 19:36:00 | Source: www.police1.com
By George Hunter
The Detroit News
DETROIT — Following a July 4 holiday weekend in which six juveniles were shot, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan stood with Detroit Police officials for the second year in a row on Monday to unveil a multi-point plan aimed at reducing violence.
During a press conference at Detroit Public Safety Headquarters, Duggan and Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison announced a “Five-Step Plan” that includes stepping up enforcement of the city’s curfew ordinance and extending the hours of the Detroit Police unit that’s charged with breaking up large illegal gatherings including block parties and drag races.
The announcement followed multiple shootings last week, including a 2-year-old boy who was wounded Saturday while watching…
